Medellín: The city of eternal spring
Explore Medellín & Cartagena
City of Eternal Spring Medellin an unforgettable travel experiences, them you will enjoy the exotic destinations of Cartagena. Through our regions with their charming destinations and experiences, you will discover that the diversity that defines Colombia includes it tourism.
Eternal Springs & Cartagena Journey
Arrive in Medellín
Reception at the airport, assistance, and transfer to the hotel in Medellin.
Duration: 1 Hour approx.
From the mountains that surround the capital of Antioquia you can see how the Medellín River runs parallel to the Metro, which connects various parts of the city. There is an abundance of parks, libraries, museums and public spaces where many Cultural events take place. Flowers have their own fair and in the surrounding villages life is simple with relaxing landscapes and nature reserves.
Ingenuity is a quality which the people of Antioquia prize, so it is not surprising that in 2013 Medellín was named the most innovative city in the world in the Wall Street Journal's City of the Year Contest. The 'City of Eternal Spring' is also notable for the wide range of goods on offer for those who like modern shopping malls.
Medellín City Tour
At the agreed time, meet at the hotel lobby with one of our representatives to start a wonderful panoramic tour of the city. We will start in the prestigious Poblado area, the financial, hotel and commercial center of the city. We will visit the Nutibara Hill on whose top is the replica of a typical Antioquian village; panoramically we will appreciate the Botanical Garden, the Explora Park, the Parque de los Deseos, the Parque de los Pies Descalzos, the Metropolitan Cathedral and finally we will arrive at the Botero Square where we will find 23 of the exotic outdoor bronze sculptures donated by the Colombian master Fernando Botero. During the tour you will also have a ride on the public transportation system Metro de Medellin, which is a model of mobility in Latin America. At the end of the tour return to the hotel.
Includes: Private transportation, English speaking guide, visit to the "Pueblito paisa", tour of Botero square and tour in the subway and metrocable.
Duration: 4 hours approximately
Operation: Daily at 08:30 Hrs or 14:00 hrs upon request. Does not operate on January 1st, May 1st and December 25th.
Departure time: 8:30 Hrs
Medellín to Cartagena
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport as scheduled to take a flight to Cartagena. Reception and transfer from the International Airport of Cartagena to the hotel of your choice.
Overnight at selected hotel
As an option we could add more nights in Medellin.
Note: For arrivals transfers, the night schedule applies for flights between 21:00pm and 06:00am. Rates are contemplated for daytime transfers. If there are nighttime transfers a supplement applies.
Cartagena City Tour
Breakfast. You will meet one of our representatives at your hotel to begin a panoramic tour of Cartagena de Indias at the agreed time to begin a wonderful tour of this museum city whose streets and surroundings show the charm of its colonial, republican and modern. During the circuit, you will pass through the modern area of Bocagrande and the Manga neighborhood, where the contrast between the republican architecture and its modern buildings will surprise you. Then you will visit the Castle of San Felipe de Barajas, that it was built in 1657, with which the Spanish sought to defend themselves from English attacks in the seventeenth century; And of course, it will be unmissable to take a brief walk through “the historic center of the city” which in 1984, together with the San Felipe Castle and the set of fortifications, were included by UNESCO on the list of World Heritage Sites.
To end the tour and before returning to your hotel, taking advantage of your stay in the country that produces the highest quality emeralds in the world, you will visit the Emerald Museum, there you will learn about the evolution of the rarest, most valuable mineral and, at the same time, the most exclusive in the world.
Includes: Air-conditioned transportation, professional guide, tickets to the Castillo de San Felipe and the Emerald Museum.
Operation: Daily
Duration: 4 hrs. approximately.
Departures: From Monday to Friday at 14:00 hrs. Saturday, Sundays, and National holidays at 09:00 hrs.
Beach Day in Cartagena
Breakfast. Leaving La Bodeguita Pier by speedboat to the chosen island, there you can enjoy the coral beaches and a variety of reef fauna, ideal for resting or taking some optional activities such as diving, snorkeling, hiking, among others. Below you can find the details of each island:
San Pedro de Majagua: Located on Isla Grande, 45km from the city of Cartagena, it is part of the 31 islands that make up the Rosario National Natural Park; After an hour of crossing in a speedboat you will arrive at this magical place of rest and relaxation that offers two accesses to the sea, one a little quieter and noiseless than the other according to your preference. While there, you can take optional activities such as relaxing massages, walks, mangrove tours, visiting the Aquarium, diving, snorkeling, among others.
Includes: Transfer Hotel-Pier-hotel, Transfer in a regular boat (non-exclusive), welcome cocktail, lunch (starters, main course, desserts, and non-alcoholic beverages.) and pier tax.
Not include: optional activities, unspecified consumption.
Operation: Every day except January 1 of each year.
Duration: 6 hrs and half approximately - Shared service
Notes: Passengers must appear at the La Bodeguita pier no later than 08:30 a.m. at gate #3 to complete the boarding registration protocol. The usual return from the Island to Cartagena is at 15:00 p.m. (depending on weather conditions, the departure may vary at approximately 14:30 p.m.).
Restrictions: Excursion not allowed for pregnant women or people with spinal problems or surgeries because of the movements of the boat. Pets and people in a state of intoxication are not allowed access to the boats.
Isla del Encanto: In the Islas del Rosario national park, located approximately 45 minutes by boat from Cartagena, you can enjoy the beach and social spaces designated for Day Tour visitors that have chairs, lounge chairs, and sun loungers; also, you can do optional activities if you want or just enjoy the Colombian Caribbean Sea in this area. During the day you will enjoy a typical semi buffet lunch served with options of fish, chicken, and meat.
Includes: Shared boat transfer Cartagena- Isla del Encanto – Cartagena (non-exclusive), lunch Parrillada Buffet (including a non-alcoholic drink.)
Not included: Transfer hotel - pier - hotel (If you are staying in hotels in the Bocagrande area, Historical Center or North Area, the hotel offers you a complimentary transfer to the pier, the return to the pier - hotel it’s on your own. It’s not include pier tax (Approx. 7.00), optional activities, consumption not mentioned, towel service (it is suggested to bring from Cartagena).
Operation: Every Day
Duration: 6 hrs and half approximately - Shared service
Departure from Cartagena
Breakfast. Pick-up and transfer to the airport as scheduled to take a flight to the next city or your destination.
Note: The night schedule applies for flights between 23:00pm and 09:00am. Rates are contemplated for daytime transfers. If there are nighttime transfers a supplement applies.
Packages included
MEDELLIN:
- Transfers airport - Hotel - airport in regular service.
- Accommodation for 2 nights with breakfast.
- Visit to the City in regular service.
CARTAGENA DE INDIAS:
- Transfers airport - hotel - airport in regular service.
- Accommodation for 3 nights with breakfast.
- Visit of the City with Castillo de San Felipe in regular service.
- Visit to the Isla del Encanto or San Pedro de Majagua according to the selected package category.
DAY 6: Cartagena
Breakfast. Pick-up and transfer to the airport as scheduled to take a flight to the next city or your destination.
Note: The night schedule applies for flights between 23:00pm and 09:00am. Rates are contemplated for daytime transfers. If there are nighttime transfers a supplement applies.
Packages included
MEDELLIN:
- Transfers airport - Hotel - airport in regular service.
- Accommodation for 2 nights with breakfast.
- Visit to the City in regular service.
CARTAGENA DE INDIAS:
- Transfers airport - hotel - airport in regular service.
- Accommodation for 3 nights with breakfast.
- Visit of the City with Castillo de San Felipe in regular service.
- Visit to the Isla del Encanto or San Pedro de Majagua according to the selected package category.
DAY 6: Cartagena
Breakfast. Pick-up and transfer to the airport as scheduled to take a flight to the next city or your destination.
Note: The night schedule applies for flights between 23:00pm and 09:00am. Rates are contemplated for daytime transfers. If there are nighttime transfers a supplement applies.
Packages included
MEDELLIN:
- Transfers airport - Hotel - airport in regular service.
- Accommodation for 2 nights with breakfast.
- Visit to the City in regular service.
CARTAGENA DE INDIAS:
- Transfers airport - hotel - airport in regular service.
- Accommodation for 3 nights with breakfast.
- Visit of the City with Castillo de San Felipe in regular service.
- Visit to the Isla del Encanto or San Pedro de Majagua according to the selected package category.